Aircraft Mechanic I, Electrician (F/A-18)

About the role

Amentum is hiring qualified Aircraft Electrician Mechanic I's to support U.S. Navy aviation maintenance operations at NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA, supporting VFA-106. The mechanic troubleshoots, repairs, replaces and rebuilds aircraft structures, systems and engines, and works outdoors in all weather with exposure to noise and exhaust fumes.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces, controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, engine, APU and ventilation/heating systems
• Repair, replace and rebuild structures such as wings and fuselage, rigging, surface controls and hydraulic units with hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, rivet guns and drills
• Read and interpret manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins and technical data
• Perform progressive, phase, periodic and other inspections; examine reciprocating and jet engines for cracks, corrosion, wear and foreign object damage
• Test engines with equipment such as ignition analyzers, compression checkers, ammeters and Jetcal testers
• Replace or repair engine and accessory parts such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, pumps and compressors; remove, disassemble and reassemble engines
• Adjust, repair or replace electrical wiring and accessories, and perform preflight, in-flight and post-flight inspections
• Supervise jacking and towing of aircraft, enter maintenance records and verify work completed

Required profile

• At least 3 years of recent F/A-18 aircraft maintenance experience; internal candidates at CFT NAS Oceana may bypass this by passing the three required CDI qualification tests
• Completed Navy Aviation Electrician AE "A" school
• Valid Virginia or North Carolina driver's license (if NC resident)
• US citizenship required for facility credentials; must pass a public trust security clearance and a 7-year background check
• Ability to read technical publications and work with minimal supervision; shift work and detachments required

Required skills

• Use of special tools and equipment for assigned maintenance tasks
• Additional licenses required to maintain aircraft
• Preferred: high school diploma, ramp stamp, A/S32A-45 tow tractor, LFCU, A/M32T-5, A/M32T-7, A/M32A-108, A/M24M-6 power carts, A/M32C-21 A/C cart, APU/Low Power Turn Operator, 3 years of collateral duty inspector or QA experience, or FAA A&P license

What we offer

• Pay of $37.57 per hour plus $7.80 per hour for health and welfare, up to 40 hours per week
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, disability insurance, 3.08 hours of paid time off weekly and 11 paid holidays